1991 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Laser | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Laser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
