1990 Plymouth Laser vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 778 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 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Laser | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Laser | X670 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2815 mm |
