2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 242 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Transit Connect | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
