1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1309 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 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
