1998 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1998 Acura Integra and 1998 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (140 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford 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, 1998 Ford Laser (174 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra. 1998 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1998 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
