1992 Ford Laser vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 126 kg more than 1992 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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Laser | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
