1980 Mazda 323 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 13 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 355 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 323 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
