1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 960 kg |
