1981 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1996 Porsche 911 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 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser. 1996 Porsche 911 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. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Laser | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Laser | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |