1980 Ford Laser vs. 1982 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1982 Zastava 1500 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 11 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 1982 Zastava 1500 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 1982 Zastava 1500. 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 (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1982 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Laser | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
