1989 Ford Laser vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
