1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 7 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 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 202 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
