1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 23 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1050 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 323 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
