1990 Plymouth Laser vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Laser | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Plymouth | Jeep |
| Model | Laser | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
