1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 129 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Laguna | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2489 mm |
