1997 Ford Puma vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 2 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 373 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Puma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
