1986 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 1 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 318 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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
