1998 Ford Laser vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 49 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Laser | Chevette |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |