1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser. 1989 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
