1983 Chrysler Laser vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler Laser would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler Laser (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Chrysler Laser.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler 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 Chrysler Laser (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Laser | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
