1991 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 559 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Laser | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
