1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 441 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cougar | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
