2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Laguna | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
