1995 Acura Legend vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 795 kg more than 1987 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
