2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 15 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Familia | 323 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |