1980 Ford Laser vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 12 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 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 785 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 1992 Porsche 928 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 1992 Porsche 928. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Laser | 928 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |