1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 263 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Laser |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
