1993 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 51 kg more than 1993 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 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | CRX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
