2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 540 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 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Tacuma | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
