1995 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
