1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Mazda SPEED3
To start off, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is newer by 32 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (259 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda SPEED3 weights approximately 611 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, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2013 Mazda SPEED3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | SPEED3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
