1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 23 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 885 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 323 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
