1987 Ford Laser vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 928 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Laser | 928 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
