1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 880 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 323 | 442 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
