1980 Ford Laser vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
