1980 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
