1980 Mazda 323 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
