1993 Plymouth Laser vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Laser | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Laser | Altea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
