1984 Chrysler Laser vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1984 Chrysler Laser and 1984 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1984 Chrysler Laser (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chrysler Laser | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |