1988 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
