1998 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 13 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 24 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 36 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, 1998 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Laser | Getz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
