2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser. 1990 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Laser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
