1990 Plymouth Laser vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Renault 19.
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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Laser | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 19 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
