1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 810 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
