2000 Ford Laser vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
