1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 6 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 495 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | 230 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |