1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1987 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Mazda 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 559 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1987 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daimler | Mazda |
| Model | Conquest | 323 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
