1979 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 323 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
