1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 435 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Activehicle | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
