1992 Plymouth Laser vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1992 Plymouth Laser and 1992 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 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 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Plymouth Laser 1992 Toyota Corolla
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Laser Corolla
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1755 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2440 mm


 

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