1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 472 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
