Mazda 323 323 III Hatchback (BF)

Mazda - 323 III Hatchback (BF)

Details-
BrandMazda
Model323
Generation323 III Hatchback (BF)
Modification1.7 D (54 Hp)
Start Of ProductionNovember, 1986
End Of ProductionAugust, 1987

Performance

The car specs indicate a moderate-performance vehicle with a maximum speed of 142 km/h (88.23 mph).

Specs-
Max Speed142 km/h 88.23 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Mazda 323 is a compact hatchback with a length of 3990 mm, width of 1645 mm, and height of 1390 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2400 mm and a turning circle of 9.4 m. It has 5 seats and 5 doors.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeHatchback
Seats5
Doors5
Length3990 mm 157.09 in.
Width1645 mm 64.76 in.
Height1390 mm 54.72 in.
Wheelbase2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track1390 mm 54.72 in.
Rear Track1415 mm 55.71 in.
Min Turning Circle9.4 m 30.84 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car has a fuel efficiency of 6.2 l/100 km in urban conditions and 4.7 l/100 km on the highway. It is powered by a diesel engine and offers a combined fuel consumption of 45.56 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypeDiesel
Fuel Consumption Urban6.2 l/100 km 37.94 US mpg 45.56 UK mpg 16.13 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban4.7 l/100 km 50.05 US mpg 60.1 UK mpg 21.28 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a 323 model with a 1720 cm3 internal combustion engine. The engine is a naturally aspirated, inline 4-cylinder diesel engine, producing 54 Hp at 4700 rpm and 100 Nm of torque at 3700 rpm. The engine has a SOHC valvetrain and a compression ratio of 22.0. The engine is positioned transversely at the front of the vehicle and is coupled to a 5-speed manual transmission, driving the front wheels. The front suspension is an independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar, while the rear suspension is a coil spring, torsion setup. The engine oil capacity is 4.9 l and uses 10W-30 / API CD oil. The vehicle has a front wheel drive and a fuel injection system of Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI).

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power54 Hp @ 4700 rpm.
Power Per Litre31.4 Hp/l
Torque100 Nm @ 3700 rpm. 73.76 lb.-ft. @ 3700 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Displacement1720 cm3 104.96 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore78 mm 3.07 in.
Piston Stroke90 mm 3.54 in.
Compression Ratio22
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemDiesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4.9 l 5.18 US qt | 4.31 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-30 / API CD
Coolant6 l 6.34 US qt | 5.28 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionCoil spring, Torsion

Brakes

The 323 model car features ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear, ensuring reliable stopping power. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, providing smooth and precise handling. The car rides on 175/70 R13 tires with 4.5J x 13 or 5J x 13 wheel rims, offering a comfortable and stable ride.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size4.5J x 13; 5J x 13

Weight & Capacity

The 323 model has a weight-to-power ratio of 17.1 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 9.3 kg/Nm, indicating a decent balance between power and weight. The kerb weight is 925 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 45 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio17.1 kg/Hp, 58.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio9.3 kg/Nm, 108.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight925 kg 2039.28 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity45 l 11.89 US gal | 9.9 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mazda - 323 III Hatchback (BF)

The length of the Mazda 323 is 3990 mm or 157.09 in.

The Mazda 323 has 5 seats.

The turning circle of the Mazda 323 is 9.4 m or 30.84 ft.

The specs do not include engine information.

The specs do not include information about safety features.

The specs do not include fuel consumption information.

The fuel consumption in US mpg is 37.94 mpg in the city and 50.05 mpg on the highway.

The car runs on diesel fuel.

The combined fuel consumption is 45.56 UK mpg or 37.94 US mpg.

The engine is positioned transversely at the front of the vehicle.

The car has a 5-speed manual transmission.

The car has a Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI) fuel injection system.

Ventilated discs in the front and disc brakes in the rear.

Rack and pinion.

175/70 R13

1977-2003

Sedan, hatchback, and wagon

Reliability, fuel efficiency, and affordability

The weight-to-power ratio is 17.1 kg/Hp or 58.4 Hp/tonne.

The fuel tank capacity is 45 liters or 11.89 US gallons or 9.9 UK gallons.

The kerb weight is 925 kg or 2039.28 pounds.