1990 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 15 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 281 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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 323 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
