1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2005 Toyota Allion is newer by 20 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Allion (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Allion weights approximately 290 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, 2005 Toyota Allion (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 323 | 2005 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Allion |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1070 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |