2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 16 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 418 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
Model | Tacuma | 323 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |