1998 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 4 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2002 Vauxhall VX220 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 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Laser | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
