1998 Ford Laser vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 34 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
