1980 Ford Laser vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Celica |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |