1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Laser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
