1996 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
