1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 296 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Nubira | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Nubira | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
