1990 Ford Corsair vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
