1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 16 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 905 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
