1990 Plymouth Laser vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Laser | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Laser | 460 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
