1979 Opel Ascona vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 282 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Opel Ascona 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 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser. 1987 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1979 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1979 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Ascona | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | Laser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2408 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
