1980 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 25 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Insight weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
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, 2005 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | Insight |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |