1998 Kia Joice vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 585 kg more than 1989 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Joice | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
