1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 285 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.
Because 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford 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 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Mangusta | Laser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |