1983 Ford Laser vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
