1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1992 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Laser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
