1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 323 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
