1991 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Laser | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
