1985 Ford Laser vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 18 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 178 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Laser | 400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
