2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 217 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 2008 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tundra | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2620 mm |
