2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 757 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Ford Laser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Laser |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2370 mm |