1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 31 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 1,390 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 448 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 323 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |