2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
