1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 336 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, 2012 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 323 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
