1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 18 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 940 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
