1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 335 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
