2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 17 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 115 L |