1970 Triumph Toledo vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
Because 1970 Triumph Toledo 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 1970 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo. 1984 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1970 Triumph Toledo has manual transmission. 1970 Triumph Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Toledo | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Toledo | Laser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
