1980 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 210 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Laser | Indica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
