1993 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. Both 1993 Ford Laser and 1998 Mazda MX-3 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1993 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, 1998 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 1998 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
