1980 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 31 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 (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 220 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Agila |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
