1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 795 kg more than 1984 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 323 | VIP |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
