1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
