1995 Acura Legend vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
