2000 Acura TL vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 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 TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
