1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Falcon 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 1994 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
