2008 Honda Element vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1981 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
