1976 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
