1993 Plymouth Laser vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 17 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 946 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Laser | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Routan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3078 mm |
