1994 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 420 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
