1983 Ford Laser vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Toyota Camry (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
