1994 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 12 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
