1949 MG TD vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Laser is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 274 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 MG TD 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 1949 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | MG | Plymouth |
| Model | TD | Laser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
