1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Laser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2370 mm |
