1983 Ford Laser vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Laser | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Laser | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |