1991 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 80 (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
