1998 Ford Laser vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Laser | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |