2007 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1982 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1982 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1982 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
