1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 20 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 615 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
