1981 Ford Laser vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 504 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
