1980 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 393 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 307 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
