2005 Audi TT vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 24 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
