1998 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Kia Elan
To start off, both 1998 Ford Laser and 1998 Kia Elan were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Elan (151 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Elan should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser.
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 Kia Elan (186 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Kia Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1998 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Elan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
