1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1395 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 1996 Bentley Azure 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 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Laser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
