1980 Ford Laser vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 785 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 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Laser | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
