1980 Ford Laser vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser 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 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
