1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 536 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
