1980 Ford Laser vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 475 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 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
