1976 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
