1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 29 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 868 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2751 mm |
