1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 665 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 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 232 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2619 mm |
