1982 Chrysler E vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1982 Chrysler E and 1982 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler E (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler E should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler E weights approximately 395 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Chrysler E (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler E | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | E | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
