2005 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
