1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Plymouth 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
