1983 Ford Laser vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 10 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 245 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.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
