1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 284 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 323 | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |