1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Concorde 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 1998 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Concorde | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
