1989 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 4 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Audi 200 (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
