2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 156 kg more than 2002 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Laputa | Sera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
