1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
