1987 Ford Laser vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Laser | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |