1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 27 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
