2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 682 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Mountaineer | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
