1990 Mazda 323 vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
