1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 323 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 323 | 6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1070 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |