1993 Plymouth Laser vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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, 1993 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
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 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Laser | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
