1989 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 17 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 945 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Laser | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Pregio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |