2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 857 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger 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 2009 Dodge Charger. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
