1998 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |