1998 Ford Laser vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |