1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1665 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 4326 mm |
