1980 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 22 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Laser | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
