1987 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 530 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 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Laser | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |