2009 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 416 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
