1980 Ford Laser vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Laser | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
