1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 13 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 590 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
