2006 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 658 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
