1985 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Laser | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
