2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
