2010 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2510 mm |
