2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1988 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1988 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1323 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
