2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayman | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
