1981 Ford Laser vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 183 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Laser | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |