1984 Chrysler Laser vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1984 Chrysler Laser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1984 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chrysler Laser | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | Laser | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
