1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1149 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3000 mm |
