2003 Honda Logo vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Honda Logo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 323 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Logo | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Logo | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
