1994 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 765 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Laser | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Hilux |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |