1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 910 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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
