1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 273 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Vedette | 323 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |