1985 Ford Laser vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Laser weights approximately 302 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | Chante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
