1993 Plymouth Laser vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 20 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, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 54 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Laser | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Plymouth | Kia |
| Model | Laser | RIO |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
