2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 612 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Laser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
