1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 338 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Note |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
