2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
