1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 479 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
