1984 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Laser | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Laser | Vectra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |