1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra 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 58 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Sierra | Laser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
