1990 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Laser | 75 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
