1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 705 kg more than 1982 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 Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
