1990 Ford Laser vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 835 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 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, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Laser | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Laser | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |