1998 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1980 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
