1990 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 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, 1990 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
