1970 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 510 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 Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
