1980 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
