1980 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
