1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 28 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1640 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 323 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3294 mm |
