1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Plymouth 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Laser | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Laser | 850 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |