1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
