1985 Ford Laser vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 9 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 28 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 (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
