2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
