2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 19 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ducato | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
