2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 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 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
