1980 Ford Laser vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 1045 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 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser. 2012 Audi A6 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. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Laser | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2913 mm |
