2000 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Plymouth 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Focus | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
