1993 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 625 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
