1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1026 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Laser | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Laser | Touareg |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2893 mm |