Mazda 323 S V (BA) 2.0 D (71 Hp)
Mazda 323:
The Mazda Familia , also marketed prominently as the Mazda 323, Mazda Protegé and Mazda Allegro, is a small family car that was manufactured by Mazda between 1963 and 2003. The Familia line was replaced by the Mazda3/Axela for 2004.
It was marketed as the Familia in Japan, which means "family" in Latin. For export, earlier models were sold with nameplates including: "800", "1000", "1200", and "1300". In North America, the 1200 was replaced by the Mazda GLC, with newer models becoming "323" and "Protegé". In Europe, all Familias sold after 1977 were called "323"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
S V (BA) Overview:
Mazda 323 (S V (BA)). With 128 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1230 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.4 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (71 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 14.4 sec).
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (425 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C V (BA): 1994 - 1998).
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| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | 323 |
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| Generation: | S V (BA) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 D (71 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1996 |
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| End of production: | 1998 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 71 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 35.5 Hp/l [300mm more] |
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| Torque: | 128 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | RF1G More details about the engine RF1G |
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| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.8 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.4 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 21.7:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.3 kg/Hp, 57.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.6 kg/Nm, 104.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1230 |
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| Max. weight: | 1750 |
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| Max load: | 520 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 425 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4335 mm mm [300mm more] |
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| Width: | 1695 mm mm [15mm less] |
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| Height: | 1420 mm mm [15mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2605 mm mm [100mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1460 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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