1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 30 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 965 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 323 | M |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
