1999 Ford O21 C vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Ford O21 C is newer by 16 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford O21 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford O21 C (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford O21 C should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford O21 C weights approximately 448 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, 1999 Ford O21 C (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford O21 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | O21 C | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
