1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 323 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |