1994 Audi A8 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 11 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 610 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, 1994 Audi A8 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
