1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 200 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
