1984 Toyota Camry vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. 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, 1998 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Camry | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Laser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
