1989 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 427 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
