1986 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Laser (66 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Volkswagen Polo (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Laser | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Polo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
