1987 Porsche 928 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 928 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 1987 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 928 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
