2000 Acura RL vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 2 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 560 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Laser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |