1989 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 12 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 206 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
