1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 13 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 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Today |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
