1967 Volvo 120 vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo 120 (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo 120 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volvo 120 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 1967 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser, 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, 1967 Volvo 120 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Volvo 120 | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
