2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 19 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 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 | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
