1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 28 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 606 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 323 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 323 | i30 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |