1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 22 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 68 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1404 mm |
