1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1993 Plymouth Laser
To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz S and 1993 Plymouth Laser were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 850 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 1993 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | S | Laser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
