1998 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 251 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1998 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Aygo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |