2011 Toyota Prius vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Prius | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Prius | Laser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
