1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 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 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Daimler | Plymouth |
| Model | DE 36 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2480 mm |
