1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 12 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 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 580 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
