1990 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Laser weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Avella |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
