1980 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Swift is newer by 6 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, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Laser | Swift |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2250 mm |
