1993 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 13 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, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Laser | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Laser | ForFour |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |