1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
