1980 Mazda 323 vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1984 Rover Vitesse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 323 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
