1980 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 29 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 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 385 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, 2009 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Laser | Clio |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |