1998 Kia Retona vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1983 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Retona | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Retona | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |