1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1130 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3040 mm |
