1998 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 323 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 323. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1995 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
