2002 AC Aceca vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 660 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
