1992 Ford Orion vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Ford Orion is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Orion weights approximately 170 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, 1992 Ford Orion (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
