2000 Opel Astra vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra 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 2 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Astra | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
