1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 300 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
