2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 184 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
