1983 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 26 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 568 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
