1980 Audi Sport vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser. 1989 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Laser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
