1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1986 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1986 Dodge Charger and 1986 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Laser (66 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Ford Laser.
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 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Dodge Charger | 1986 Ford Laser | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | Laser |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 117 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |