1980 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 486 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 323 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
