1990 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForFour (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour.
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, 2003 MCC ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 2003 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | 323 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
