1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 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 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser. 1980 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alpine V6 | 1980 Ford Laser | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | V6 | Laser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |