1980 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 27 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Laser | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
