1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1984 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, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
