1992 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
