2002 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 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 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
