1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 455 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Prelude | Laser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
