1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 26 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1585 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 323 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
