2010 Infiniti M vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 20 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 714 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 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti M | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | M | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
