1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 655 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 Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
