1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 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, 1970 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
