1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. 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 85 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Ford 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, 2000 Ford 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
