1993 Plymouth Laser vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Laser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1993 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Laser | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
