2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 116 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Pilot | Laser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
