1990 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Ford Laser
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Laser (66 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Ford 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, 1990 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1986 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Laser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
