1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Metro and 1998 Mazda Laputa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 999 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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 Chevrolet Metro (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Metro | Laputa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |