1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Laser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2620 mm |
