2001 Audi RS4 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS4 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
