1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1223 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2980 mm |
