1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 330 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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
