1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 323 | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 323 | Polo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |