1980 Ford Laser vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, both 1980 Ford Laser and 1980 TVR Tasmin were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 227 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Laser | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |