1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 29 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 702 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2751 mm |
