1996 Toyota Carina vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser. 1994 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 1994 Ford Laser | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Carina | Laser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |