1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 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 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 450 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
