1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Laguna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |