1999 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
