1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 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 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 460 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
