1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 79 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
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, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Laser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
