1986 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 405 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
