1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 615 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 323 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
