2005 Toyota Soarer vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 940 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Soarer | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Soarer | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
