1985 Ford Laser vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (71 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 218 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
