1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 740 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bristol Blenheim 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 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1992 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Laser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
