1990 Plymouth Laser vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 21 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1365 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Laser | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laser | GL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3076 mm |
