1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 955 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 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3090 mm |