1980 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 33 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1076 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
