1990 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 21 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laser | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2479 mm |
