1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 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 8 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
