2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 1989 Mazda 323 (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 6 | 323 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |