1985 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 58 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
