1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
