1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 240 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 323 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 323 | 118 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |