1989 Ford Laser vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Carina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Laser | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |