1973 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Laser weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Laser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
