2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 293 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
