1980 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 687 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 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2741 mm |
