2005 Honda Insight vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight.
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, 2005 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Insight | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
