1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 660 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
