1987 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1832 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Laser | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
