1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 445 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, 1973 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 323 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
