1994 Ford Laser vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon

To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 445 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Laser 1995 Honda Step Wagon
Make Ford Honda
Model Laser Step Wagon
Year Released 1994 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2810 mm


 

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