1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Toyota Supra is newer by 6 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 707 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, 1991 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
