2004 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
