1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 404 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Toyota Crown (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
