1998 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 10 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 100 kg more 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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Laser | Fabia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |