1989 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1152 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 323 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
