2008 Acura TL vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 447 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
