1998 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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. Both 1998 Ford Laser and 2009 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 569 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
