1998 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
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, 1993 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1993 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
