1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 11 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 843 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 323 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2260 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 | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
