1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Daewoo | Plymouth |
Model | Chairman | Laser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |