2002 Audi S3 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 573 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S3 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
