1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |