1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 555 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 323 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |