1990 Ford Laser vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Corona (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Corona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
