1981 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 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 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 11 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
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, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Laser | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Laser | 400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |