1993 Mazda 323 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1993 Mazda 323 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 905 kg more than 1993 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Fury is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 323 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 323 | Fury |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3060 mm |
