1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Mazda 6

To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 635 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Mazda 323 2007 Mazda 6
Make Mazda Mazda
Model 323 6
Year Released 1981 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1069 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2680 mm


 

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