1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 20 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 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 323 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
