1988 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 323 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
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, 1988 Mazda 323 (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 323 | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1615 mm |
