1990 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 20 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 285 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 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser. 2010 Kia Borrego 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. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
