1994 Ford Laser vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Laser | 440 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
