1987 Mazda 323 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 323 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3270 mm |
