2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 619 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | i30 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
