1993 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 8 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
