1992 Ford Laser vs. 1992 GMC Typhoon
To start off, both 1992 Ford Laser and 1992 GMC Typhoon were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser. 1992 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Laser | 1992 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Laser | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
