1983 Ford Laser vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 305 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser 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 9 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 150 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Laser | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Laser | 305 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |