1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2050 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2410 mm |
