1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 12 M weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 12 M | Laser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
