1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
