1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 20 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 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 827 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
