1980 Ford Laser vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
