1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Starlet (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Starlet (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda 323 | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |