1986 Chrysler Laser vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler Laser would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1365 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chrysler Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Laser | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Laser | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
