2012 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 652 kg more than 1994 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Escape | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Laser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2510 mm |
