1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 570 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 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
