2000 Ford Laser vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 281 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Laser | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Laser | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |