1985 Ford Laser vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 3 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 98 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Laser | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Laser | Samara |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |