1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 160 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, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
