1980 Ford Laser vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
