1981 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Laser weights approximately 97 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
