2004 Xedos 9 vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Xedos | Ford |
| Model | 9 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
