2000 Mazda Laputa vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Mazda Laputa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Laputa | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Laputa | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
