1999 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Laser | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |