1983 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Lada 119
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 19 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 119 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 119 weights approximately 260 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, 2002 Lada 119 (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 119 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 2002 Lada 119 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Laser | 119 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
