1983 Dodge 600 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1983 Dodge 600 and 1983 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge 600 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Dodge 600 (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge 600 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | 600 | 323 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |