1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 458 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 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Laser | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
