1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 320 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
