2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 18 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 381 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tundra | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2510 mm |
