1990 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 12 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, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (72 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Laser weights approximately 3 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 206 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
