1984 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 22 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser. 2006 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Laser | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Laser | Altea |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |