1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | 323 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
