1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
