1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Colt is newer by 8 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 145 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, 1989 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 323 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
