1998 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 15 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1285 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 4180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |