1980 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 16 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 19 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
