1984 Ford Orion vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 3 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Orion (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
