2000 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
