1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 110 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, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 323 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
