2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 2006 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestyle | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
