1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3140 mm |
