1998 Ford Laser vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 517 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Condor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
