2012 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1596 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Laser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2651 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2510 mm |
