1981 Ford Laser vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 854 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser. 1992 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Laser | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
