1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Laser weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
