1982 Ford Laser vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1982 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Laser | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 12 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
