1993 Ford Laser vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
