1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1977 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 448 kg more than 1977 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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
