1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 6 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 600 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 323 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
