1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1138 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
