1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 13 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 550 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
