1991 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | 80 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
