1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 627 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Laser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
