1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 984 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 361 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 | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3246 mm |
