2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1993 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 1993 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1993 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Accent | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
