1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 594 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
