1981 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | 80 | 323 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |