1989 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 969 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Laser | A8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2992 mm |
