2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 795 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
