1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1013 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 323 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
