1987 Ford Laser vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 118 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.
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, 1982 Renault 11 (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 11 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
