1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 415 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 323 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
