1986 Chrysler Laser vs. 1986 Chrysler ES
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler Laser and 1986 Chrysler ES were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler ES (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler ES weights approximately 40 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.
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, 1986 Chrysler ES (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Laser | 1986 Chrysler ES | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Laser | ES |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
