1980 Audi 80 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 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
