1986 Chrysler Laser vs. 1986 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler Laser and 1986 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Chrysler Laser.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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 Chrysler Laser (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Laser | 1986 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
