1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, 1999 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura RL weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 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, 1999 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 323 | RL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
