1981 Ford Laser vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 98 kg more than 1981 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
