1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 428 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | XT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
