1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 1984 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Laser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
