1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 788 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 323 | FX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |
