1990 Ford Laser vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1136 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 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Laser | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Laser | Canyon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |