1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Brougham | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
