1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX
To start off, both 1998 Mazda 323 and 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323 . (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323 .
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 323 | 1998 Mazda 323 2.0 Diesel LX | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 323 | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |