1980 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 250 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Laser | Polo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |