1980 Ford Laser vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 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 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser weights approximately 124 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. 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, 1980 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
