1993 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 552 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Supra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
