1990 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 675 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
