2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1231 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | LR3 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
