1984 Chrysler Laser vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chrysler Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chrysler Laser would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1984 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1984 Chrysler Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chrysler Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chrysler Laser | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Laser | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2878 mm |
