1998 Ford Laser vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25.
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 (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
