1985 Ford Laser vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 188 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
