1988 Audi 90 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Audi 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 90 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 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, 1988 Audi 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 90 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 |
