1983 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 972 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Laser | S60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |
