1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 1999 Ford Laser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Avanti Avanti 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 1983 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Laser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
