1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Laser | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Laser | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |