1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1994 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 508 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
