1980 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 365 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Laser | Duster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2673 mm |
