1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 323 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
