2002 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1982 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 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
