1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1581 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | 323 | LS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3091 mm |
