1998 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Scion tC
To start off, 2009 Scion tC 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Scion tC weights approximately 115 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 Scion tC (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2009 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Laser | tC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
