1990 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1095 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 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Laser | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Quantum |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3120 mm |