1981 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 25 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Twingo weights approximately 103 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
