1989 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
