2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2360 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
