1980 Ford Laser vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 415 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
