1990 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 19 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1703 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Laser | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Laser | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |