1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 10 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 760 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
