1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 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, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | 323 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
