2000 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. Both 2000 Ford Laser and 1998 Mazda MX-3 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-3.
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, 2000 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 1998 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
