1989 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 165 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.
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 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
