1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Datsun | Mazda |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
