1991 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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. Both 1991 Ford Laser and 2007 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 219 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 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Laser | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
