1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 21 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 870 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 323 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
