1980 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 674 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 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Laser | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
