1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 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 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1030 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | G |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
