2007 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
