1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 54 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Laser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
