1980 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Citi |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
