1981 Ford Laser vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, both 1981 Ford Laser and 1981 Audi 4000 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1981 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm). This means 1981 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Laser | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Laser | 4000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |