2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser. 1993 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Premacy | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
