2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 159 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | HR-V | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
