1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Nissan Laurel is newer by 11 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 320 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, 1992 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
