1980 Ford Laser vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 19 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 110 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Rio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
