1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 16 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 620 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | S-10 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
