1968 Jensen FF vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1989 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, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | FF | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
