1990 Ford Laser vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser. 2004 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ford Laser | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Laser | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |