2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 23 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 460 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan 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 2003 Ford Econovan. 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, 2003 Ford Econovan (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Laser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
