1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 15 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 850 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
