1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 584 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 323 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2651 mm |
