1994 Ford Probe vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 54 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe.
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, 1994 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
