1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
