1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 280 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
