1987 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
