1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 130 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, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 323 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
