1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1430 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
