1998 Ford Laser vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. Both 1998 Ford Laser and 1989 Volvo 240 are equipped with a 1,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 240 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 1989 Volvo 240 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 1989 Volvo 240. 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 Ford Laser (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Laser | 240 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
