1994 Rover 200 vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 14 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser. 1980 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 200 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
