1995 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
