1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1981 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2994 mm |
