1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 152 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 323 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 323 | Polo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |