1980 Ford Laser vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 950 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 Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Laser | Korando |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |