1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 72 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Because 1986 Toyota Model F 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 1986 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Model F |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
