2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
