2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 726 kg more than 1984 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 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
