1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 23 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 653 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, 1998 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Chante | Laser |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |