1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 305 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 323 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
