1986 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
