1983 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 28 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S3 weights approximately 665 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 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Laser | S3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
