1992 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 113 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Laguna |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |