1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint 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 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Sprint | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
