1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1073 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 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 323 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
