1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 486 kg more than 1971 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 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Familia | Laser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2480 mm |
