1980 Ford Laser vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 20 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 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 500 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laser | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
