1998 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |