1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 895 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
