1981 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 553 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 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser. 2005 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. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Laser | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Laser | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |