1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 429 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 323 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
