1985 Ford Laser vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
Because 1969 Skoda 1202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
