1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1987 Honda Integra is newer by 6 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Integra weights approximately 170 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, 1987 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
