1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | 100 | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |