1989 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2005 Kia Cerato is newer by 16 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, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Cerato weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 2005 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
