1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 244 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 323 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
