1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1982 Ford Laser
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Laser weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1982 Ford Laser | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Laser |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |