2011 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 1998 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |
