2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 11 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), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 615 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 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
