1980 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 28 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 611 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.
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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Laser | Altea |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |