1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 438 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
