1983 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Laser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
