1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
