1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 29 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 940 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2789 mm |
