1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Laser is newer by 26 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 410 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, 1991 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Familia | Laser |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1755 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2480 mm |
