1985 Chrysler Laser vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1985 Chrysler Laser and 1985 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chrysler Laser (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chrysler Laser | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Laser | 323 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |