1983 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | 2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2489 mm |
