1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 9 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 260 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, 2003 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 323 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
