1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 9 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 246 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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
