1989 Ford Laser vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 650 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Laser | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
