2003 Ford Laser vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 223 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser.
Because 1982 Toyota Crown 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 1982 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1982 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Laser | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Crown |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |