2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 2005 Daihatsu Naked (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
