1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Golf (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 385 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, 1992 Volkswagen Golf (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 323 | Golf |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |