Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i

Mazda 323 1989 1.8 petrol description

Hatchback Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i has been produced from January, 1989 to April, 1995. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 106 horsepower on 5300 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda 323 1989 - 1995 version and torque 151 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mazda 323 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.

Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 186 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.8 litres per 100km (12.8 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 323 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Mazda 323 versions - with automatic gearbox (Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (MAZDA 323 1989 1.8 (BG) Hatchback 1.9L MT 4x4) available:
  • Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 3.1 seconds later (in 11.9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km
  • MAZDA 323 1989 1.8 (BG) Hatchback 1.9L MT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2.9 seconds later (in 11.7 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 9.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.6 litres per 100 km
Mazda 323 1989

Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i technical data

Model: Mazda 323 F 1.8i
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1989. January ... 1995. April 
Engine: 1840 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 106 HP ON 5300 RPM Torque: 151 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 186 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.8 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 8.6 l/100km (27.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.26m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.34m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.8 meters
Gross weight: 1550 kg

Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i engine BP-ME

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1839 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 85 mm
Compression ratio 8.9 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts)
Power 100 - 115 HP ON 5300 RPM
Torque 150 - 155 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1990
Duration of production 6 years

All Mazda 323 hatchback [1989 - 1995] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
MAZDA 323 1989 1.3 (BG) Hatchback 1.4L

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.3 Petrol 67 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
MAZDA 323 1989 1.3 (BG) Hatchback 1.4L

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 73 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
MAZDA 323 1989 (BG) Hatchback 1.3L 1.3 Petrol 73 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic Front wheel
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.6i 1.6 Petrol 90 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.6i Jan 1989 — Sep 1994 1.6 Petrol 90 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
MAZDA 323 1989 1.7 (BG) Hatchback 1.8L D 1.7 Diesel 56 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds

1.8 Petrol 106 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i Jan 1989 — Sep 1994 1.8 Petrol 106 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
MAZDA 323 1989 1.8 (BG) Hatchback 1.9L 4x4 1.8 Petrol 106 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Mazda 323 1989 reviews
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