1994 Acura Integra vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura Integra (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura Integra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
