1980 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 18 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 595 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 1998 Nissan Serena 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 1998 Nissan Serena. 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, 1998 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Laser | Serena |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |