1980 Ford Laser vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 3 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 (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 1983 Ford Capri 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 1983 Ford Capri. 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 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1983 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Capri |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
