2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 238 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Prizm | 323 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |