1991 Mazda 323 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1991 Mazda 323 and 1991 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (152 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 323 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 323 | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |