1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 555 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Sentia | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Sentia | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
