1987 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 144 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Pod |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
