1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Chrysler Laser
To start off, both 1986 Chevrolet Camaro and 1986 Chrysler Laser were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Chrysler Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Chrysler Laser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Camaro | Laser |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |