1980 Ford Laser vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 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 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Laser | Defender |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
