1998 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 7 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 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, 1998 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Laser | 2123 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |