1998 Ford Laser vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 1998 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 305 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
