1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1985 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 323 | Fury |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3060 mm |
