1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 24 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 105 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
