1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
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 Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 460 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 Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Valiant | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 323 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
