1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1985 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
