1991 Plymouth Laser vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Laser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Laser | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
