1981 Ford Laser vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 22 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 21 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 293 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Laser | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Laser | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |