1983 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 27 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 1015 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 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Antara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
