1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 908 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 323 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2751 mm |
