1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1990 Toyota Century
To start off, 1990 Toyota Century is newer by 9 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Century weights approximately 950 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, 1990 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1990 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Century |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
