1983 Ford Laser vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 74 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Laser | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |