2006 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 542 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
