1980 Ford Laser vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser 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 32 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laser | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
