2001 Ford Laser vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Volvo P 1800 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 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Laser | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
