2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 1985 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Laguna | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
