1995 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 605 kg more than 1987 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 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Voyager | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
