1992 Ford Laser vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Laser weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1992 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Laser | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
