1984 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Laser | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Laser | Polo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |