2005 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
