1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 418 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | 323 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
