In some variants, yes. Most carbureted vehicles, however, were dropped by 1991, and the model implemented single-point fuel injection, instead.
Fastest going variant across the range is the 1994 Mazda 323 F V (BA) 2.0i V6 24V (144 Hp), reaching a maximum speed of 213 km/h (132.35 mph).
Fuel economy can be between 5 l/100 km (47.04 mpg) (1989 Mazda 323 C IV (BG) 1.7 D (56 Hp)) and 9.2 l/100 km (25.57 mpg) (2000 Mazda 323 S VI (BJ) 2.0i 16V (130 Hp) Automatic), depending on the variant.
Dimensions are between 3996 (157.32 in.) and 4390 mm (172.83 in.) in length, 1675 (65.94 in.) and 1710 mm (67.32 in.) in width, and 1340 (52.76 in.) and 1420 mm (55.91 in.) in height.
Curb weight is between 920 kg (2028.25 lbs.) and 1230 kg (2711.69 lbs.), depending on the variant, with older generation vehicles being the lightest.
Despite most variants having, indeed, a hatchback body style, the model is also available as a sedan and a station wagon.
Earlier variants from 1977-1980 were, indeed, rear wheel drive. All later ones, however, are front wheel drive, with a few all-wheel drive exceptions.
There are several common problems with Mazda 323, according to owners, such as engine cranking, engine misfiring, rough idling, oil leaks, accelerator pedal and timing belt tensioner pulley issues.