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


 

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