2009 Audi A5 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A5 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
