2010 Mazda 6 vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2370 mm |
