1998 Ford Laser vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S800 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | S800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
