2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 346 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Odyssey | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| 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 | 244 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
