2005 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Civic | Laser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |