2000 Ford Laser vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Laser | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
