1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser weights approximately 343 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Laser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
