1998 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 19 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.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
