1997 Ford Puma vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Puma | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
