1993 Ford Laser vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 9 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 171 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 2002 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | Laser | F1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
