1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 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, 1971 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 323 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
