1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Laser |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |