1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 475 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
