1972 Ford Custom vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 784 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Custom | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
