1989 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 20 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 132 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Laser | Getz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
