1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Sedan 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 1976 Chrysler Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Sedan | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Laser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
