1983 Ford Laser vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Laser | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
