1989 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
